Types of the containers

Well closed container

A well closed container is used to protect the preparations from contamination by extraneous solid, to prevent the loss of potency of active constitute and to prevent the loss of contents during transport, storage and handling.

Air tight containers

Air tight containers are used to protect the containers from atmospheric contamination of liquids or vapors. They prevent the loss of drug due to efflorescence, deliquescent or evaporation.

Ex: GTN containers

Hermetically sealed containers

Hermetically sealed container is that which does not allow the air and other gases to pass through it. Generally these types of container are used for injectables. A glass ampoule sealed by fusion is the most common example of type of containers.

Light resistant containers

Light resistant containers are used to protect the drugs which undergo decomposition in the presence of light. Such drugs may be enclosed in light resistant amber colored or opaque containers.

Ex: Amber color bottle

Single dose container

They are used to supply only one dose of the medicament. They are sealed in such a way the contents cannot be removed without removing the seal, the contents so removed are consumed immediately.

Ex: ampoules

Multi dose containers

A multi dose container holds a number of doses. It is sealed in such a way that successive doses can be withdrawn easily without changing the strength, quality of the remaining contents.

Ex: multi dose Vial

Child resistant containers

Child resistant containers are designed to prevent the child accessing the potentially hazardous product.